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Dr. Salem Brahim, Institut Supérieur des Etudes Technologiques de Gafsa, Tunisia.
👨🏫 Salem Brahim is a seasoned Technologist in the Mechanical Engineering Department at ISET Gafsa, Tunisia 🇹🇳, with over 22 years of expertise in CNC machining 🛠️ and mechanical design. A specialist in CAO/FAO (CATIA, SolidWorks) and numerical simulation (Abaqus, Fortran), he has a strong background in both academia and industry. Salem is deeply involved in teaching, research, and departmental leadership 👨🔬. He is passionate about modeling composite structures using the finite element method and guiding student projects. Dedicated to continuous growth 📈, Salem seeks opportunities offering career evolution and impactful contributions to mechanical innovation 🔧📚.
Education & Experience 📚 2018–2023: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – ENI Sfax
📚 2005–2007: Master’s in Structural Modeling and Calculation – ENI Tunis
🎓 1996–1999: Engineering Degree in Mechanical Engineering – ENI Tunis
📘 1994–1996: Preparatory Studies in Technology – IPEIN Nabeul
📖 1994 : Baccalaureate in Mathematics and Technology – Métlaoui Technical High School
🏫 2001–Present: Technologist, Department of Mechanical Engineering – ISET Gafsa
🏢 2000–2001: Design Engineer – BETA CONCEPT (SEGULA Technologies)
🏗️ 2000 : Design Engineer – LES GRANDS ATELIERS DU NORD (Poulina Group)
🛠️ 1999–2000 : Maintenance Manager – LES GRANDES CARRIÈRES DU NORD
Dr. Salem Brahim, currently serving as a Technologist in the Mechanical Engineering Department at ISET Gafsa, Tunisia, is a highly qualified and accomplished researcher with over 22 years of experience in CNC machining, CAD/CAM design, numerical simulation, and composite structure modeling. His extensive background, both academic and industrial, makes him an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Development🔧 Salem Brahim continuously enhances his technical and educational capabilities through various professional training and research experiences. He completed advanced CNC training 🖥️ (FAGOR, Siemens), participated in simulation workshops using Abaqus/Fortran 🧪, and engaged in composite material machining research in Amiens, France 🇫🇷. His development also includes using ShopMill and industrial robots like COSIROP 🤖. As a committed educator, Salem integrates these advanced techniques into student learning and industrial applications. His role in academic seminars, union leadership, and scientific committees demonstrates a strong commitment to lifelong learning and contributing to Tunisia’s technical education landscape 📈👨🏫.
Research Focus 🧠 Salem Brahim’s research primarily focuses on the modeling and simulation of composite structures 🏗️ using finite element analysis (FEA) techniques such as Abaqus and Fortran 📊. He has delved into the thermo-mechanical behavior of hybrid composites, particularly in automotive and manufacturing applications 🚗🔬. His work integrates practical CNC machining knowledge with advanced digital simulation tools, bridging the gap between design, manufacturing, and materials science 🛠️🧪. Salem is also active in simulation-driven manufacturing and CAO/FAO workflows, emphasizing precision, cost-efficiency, and innovation in engineering education and real-world production challenges 💡📘.
Awards & Honors 🏅 Member of the Scientific Council at ISET Gafsa
🧪 Committee Member – National Seminars on Mechanical Simulation
🎓 Responsible for Professional Master’s Program in Simulation (Abaqus)
🏆 Union Representative and Faculty Leader at ISET Gafsa
🥇 Lead Educator for final-year student project supervision and innovation
Ms.Neda Goodarzi
is a dedicated civil engineer specializing in structural health monitoring and model updating. She holds a Ph.D. from Universiti Putra Malaysia
and an MSc from Khaje Nasir University
. With experience as a software instructor, supervisor, and tour leader, she excels in engineering, education, and multilingual communication. Proficient in ETABS, MATLAB, and ABAQUS, she has participated in national engineering competitions
and published Q1 research papers
. Known for her patience, intelligence, and determination, she is a passionate academic and professional.
Dr. Neda Goodarzi, a distinguished recipient of theBest Researcher Award, has demonstrated exceptional academic and professional excellence, making her a leading candidate for the Best Scholar Award. With a strong educational foundation, she has pursued advanced research in health monitoring and model updating, contributing significantly to the industry through her innovative work at University of Putra Malaysia (UPM). studies. Her research expertise includes structural health monitoring, civil engineering model updating, and applied engineering software solutions (ETABS). She has effectively translated her academic knowledge into practical applications, supervising project implementations and teaching advanced engineering software.
Ms.Neda Goodarzi is a skilled civil engineer with expertise in structural health monitoring and model updating
. She is proficient in ETABS, OpenSEES, SAP, ARTeMIS, AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, MATLAB, ABAQUS, and Ansys
. A certified member of the Engineering Council, she has participated in steel and concrete structural workshops
. She has attended national engineering competitions
and has experience translating ISI research papers
. Fluent in English, Malay, Spanish, and Arabic, she combines technical knowledge with strong communication skills
. Passionate about innovation, she continues to expand her expertise.
Ms.Neda Goodarzi research interests lie in structural health monitoring, model updating, and innovative civil engineering techniques
. She focuses on enhancing the safety, durability, and resilience of structures by developing advanced computational models
. Her work involves finite element analysis, data-driven decision-making, and real-time structural assessment
. She actively explores smart materials and sensor-based diagnostics to improve structural performance. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates artificial intelligence with civil engineering
. Passionate about sustainable and earthquake-resistant structures
, she aims to bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications.
Dr. Yoongu Kang is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his significant contributions to the field of Materials Science and Engineering. His research in computational thermodynamics and alloy development, combined with his practical experience in production engineering, positions him as an influential figure in the advancement of metallurgical processes.
Dr. José Luis Cabellos is a distinguished Full Professor and Research Coordinator at the Universidad Politécnica de Tapachula (UPTap) in Chiapas, Mexico. His academic journey is marked by a robust background in computational chemistry and nanothermodynamics, underpinned by his role in the National Mexican System of Researchers (SNII-2) and the State System of Researchers (SEI-6). He holds a Doctor of Science degree in Optical Response in Semiconductors from the Centro de Investigaciones en Óptica, México, and has completed postdoctoral research at the Nano-Bio Spectroscopy Group in Spain. Dr. Cabellos has made significant contributions to the field with over 90 published articles, an h-index of 28, and a notable number of citations.
Dr. Guillermo A. Riveros, U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, United States.